It goes without saying that Porto is one of the best destinations that we can find in Portugal, and that the neighboring country has true hidden gems and other corners that are true wonders. However, it is true that this is one of those cities that sticks inside you and where it is always a good idea to go.
Thus, we wanted to give you a handful of good reasons to visit Porto.
The sights of Porto
In this Portuguese city we will find some of those views that stick in your retina forever. And it is thanks to your wonderful walks along the Ribeira of the Douro river we will delight in the great views, where we will also see the traditional Rabelos sail that today are used as tourist cruises with which we can see the six bridges that cross the Duero river where we could highlight the Don Luis I Bridge that unites the Riberia neighborhood with the neighborhood of Vila Nova de Gaia declared for its beauty and uniqueness as Heritage of humanity by unesco.
But it is that, in addition, the riverside neighborhood It is a beauty loaded with medieval streets with colorful houses and a historical air that wins points with rain. Therefore, it is worth getting lost in its corners.
Emblematic places
Without a doubt, Porto is a city steeped in history and with great monuments such as the well-known Chapel of Souls, built during the eighteenth century in neoclassical style, whose name comes from the image of the Virgin of Souls that is inside you; the Church of San Francisco located in the Infanta Dom Henrique Square which is one of the oldest in the city, built by the Franciscan friars in 1245; of course the liberty square where you can see the Town Hall built in 1920, together with the equestrian statue of King Pedro IV… and much more.
Of course, we can also talk about other film locations such as the Lello & Irmão bookstore, a temple of books located in the historic center with an impressive interior that attracts hundreds of visitors daily and, it is said, it is said that JK Rowling was inspired to write Harry Potter.
The gastronomy of Porto
In Portugal you eat very well, we are not going to deny it and Porto is no exception. Among its typical dishes we could talk about the delicious cod fritters (and many other ways to cook this fish) or other typical recipes such as the green broth, good, nice and cheap. Of course, we can always visit markets such as Bolhão where we can buy the best products and soak up the Portuguese flavors.
Of course, we cannot forget their wines, of its well-known Ports with which we can delight ourselves, for example, in a tasting.
The cafes of Porto
And, since we are talking about gastronomy and leisure, why not talk about mythical places like the majestic cafe that since 1922 has seen this city grow.
And these are just a few small brushstrokes for which it is worth getting to know a city like this where every corner is wonderful and that is really worth it.
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